El Calafate is the gateway to Los Glaciares National Park and the destination most often combined with Valdes Peninsula on 9 to 12-day trips.
Distances and travel times
| Mode | Distance / time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Car | About 1,500 km / 930 mi (2 days) | Route 3 to Río Gallegos, or combining Routes 3 and 40 |
| Flight | 2 to 4 h depending on connection | Seasonal flights from Trelew or via Buenos Aires |
Local tip: order matters: if you travel between September and November, start in Puerto Madryn so you do not miss the whales at the end of their season.
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